Kingdom Man: Leadership and Nurturing at Home

 

Summary

A kingdom man's primary responsibility, after submitting to God, is to his home and family. This is where his leadership is most crucial, as it is with those who know him best and see him most. The Bible emphasizes that when a kingdom man returns home, he steps into his most important role: nurturing his family. His mission is to ensure his wife flourishes and his children grow into responsible adults. This involves teaching them principles of responsibility, godliness, integrity, and leadership. Sons learn what it means to be a man, while daughters learn the qualities to seek in a future partner.

A kingdom man models these principles through his relationship with his wife, demonstrating loving correction, discipline, and, most importantly, encouragement. He builds his children up for success, taking an active role in their upbringing rather than delegating this responsibility solely to the mother. Fathers are called to raise their children, as the scripture instructs, embodying the declaration of Joshua 24:15: "As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord." This is not a matter of choice or vote; it is a divine mandate that he accepts and owns, making his home a reflection of God's home.

Key Takeaways:

1. A kingdom man's leadership begins at home, where he is tasked with nurturing his family. His role is to ensure his wife and children thrive, teaching them principles of responsibility, godliness, and integrity. This foundational leadership is crucial for the spiritual and moral development of his family. [00:24]

2. Sons learn what it means to be a man by observing their father's actions and values. A kingdom man models the qualities of leadership and integrity, providing a blueprint for his sons to follow. This modeling is essential for raising boys into men who will lead with godliness and strength. [00:59]

3. Daughters look to their fathers to understand the qualities they should seek in a future partner. A kingdom man demonstrates respect, love, and integrity in his relationship with his wife, setting a standard for his daughters. This example helps them identify and seek out these qualities in their own relationships. [00:59]

4. Encouragement and discipline are vital components of a kingdom man's role in his family. While correction is necessary, it is the encouragement and building up of his children that fosters their success and confidence. This balance is key to nurturing well-rounded and responsible adults. [01:16]

5. A kingdom man takes ownership of his role in raising his children, as instructed by scripture. He does not delegate this responsibility but embraces it, declaring, like Joshua, that his household will serve the Lord. This commitment transforms his home into a sanctuary of God's presence and values. [01:51]

Youtube Chapters:

[00:00] - Welcome
[00:24] - A Kingdom Man's First Responsibility
[00:42] - Nurturing the Family
[00:59] - Teaching Sons and Daughters
[01:16] - Encouragement and Discipline
[01:34] - Fathers Raising Children
[01:51] - Serving the Lord at Home

Study Guide

### Bible Study Discussion Guide

#### Bible Reading
- Joshua 24:15: "But if serving the Lord seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living. But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord."

#### Observation Questions
1. According to the sermon, what is the primary responsibility of a kingdom man after submitting to God? [00:24]
2. How does the sermon describe the role of a kingdom man in nurturing his family? [00:42]
3. What are the key principles a kingdom man is expected to teach his children, as mentioned in the sermon? [00:42]
4. How does the sermon illustrate the importance of a father's role in his children's upbringing? [01:34]

#### Interpretation Questions
1. What does it mean for a kingdom man to make his home a reflection of God's home, as discussed in the sermon? [01:51]
2. How does the sermon interpret Joshua 24:15 in the context of a kingdom man's responsibilities? [01:51]
3. In what ways does the sermon suggest that a kingdom man's leadership at home impacts his children's future relationships? [00:59]
4. How does the sermon balance the concepts of encouragement and discipline in the role of a kingdom man? [01:16]

#### Application Questions
1. Reflect on your current role within your family. How can you better embody the principles of responsibility, godliness, and integrity in your daily interactions? [00:42]
2. Consider the example you are setting for your children or those around you. What specific actions can you take to model leadership and integrity more effectively? [00:59]
3. How can you actively encourage and build up your family members this week, while also providing necessary discipline? [01:16]
4. In what ways can you take ownership of your role in your family's spiritual growth, similar to the commitment expressed in Joshua 24:15? [01:51]
5. Identify one area in your family life where you can make a conscious effort to serve the Lord more faithfully. What steps will you take to implement this change? [01:51]
6. How can you ensure that your home environment reflects the values and presence of God, as described in the sermon? [01:51]
7. Think about the qualities you are demonstrating to your children or younger family members. How can you improve in showing respect, love, and integrity in your relationships? [00:59]

Devotional

Day 1: Leadership Begins at Home
A kingdom man's leadership is most crucial at home, where he is tasked with nurturing his family. His role is to ensure his wife and children thrive, teaching them principles of responsibility, godliness, and integrity. This foundational leadership is crucial for the spiritual and moral development of his family. By prioritizing his home, he sets the stage for a household that reflects God's love and values. This commitment is not just a duty but a divine calling that shapes the future of his family. [00:24]

"Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord." (Ephesians 6:4, ESV)

Reflection: How can you intentionally nurture your family's spiritual growth today, ensuring that your home reflects the values of God's kingdom?


Day 2: Modeling Manhood for Sons
Sons learn what it means to be a man by observing their father's actions and values. A kingdom man models the qualities of leadership and integrity, providing a blueprint for his sons to follow. This modeling is essential for raising boys into men who will lead with godliness and strength. By embodying these principles, a father not only guides his sons but also instills in them the confidence to become leaders in their own right. [00:59]

"Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love." (1 Corinthians 16:13-14, ESV)

Reflection: What specific actions can you take today to model godly leadership and integrity for the young men in your life?


Day 3: Setting Standards for Daughters
Daughters look to their fathers to understand the qualities they should seek in a future partner. A kingdom man demonstrates respect, love, and integrity in his relationship with his wife, setting a standard for his daughters. This example helps them identify and seek out these qualities in their own relationships. By living out these values, a father provides a tangible example of what a godly relationship looks like, guiding his daughters in their future choices. [00:59]

"Likewise, husbands, live with your wives in an understanding way, showing honor to the woman as the weaker vessel, since they are heirs with you of the grace of life, so that your prayers may not be hindered." (1 Peter 3:7, ESV)

Reflection: How can you demonstrate love and respect in your relationships today, setting a positive example for the women in your life?


Day 4: Balancing Encouragement and Discipline
Encouragement and discipline are vital components of a kingdom man's role in his family. While correction is necessary, it is the encouragement and building up of his children that fosters their success and confidence. This balance is key to nurturing well-rounded and responsible adults. By providing both guidance and support, a father helps his children navigate life's challenges with resilience and faith. [01:16]

"Fathers, do not provoke your children, lest they become discouraged." (Colossians 3:21, ESV)

Reflection: In what ways can you offer both encouragement and discipline to those you mentor or care for, ensuring they feel supported and guided?


Day 5: Embracing the Divine Mandate
A kingdom man takes ownership of his role in raising his children, as instructed by scripture. He does not delegate this responsibility but embraces it, declaring, like Joshua, that his household will serve the Lord. This commitment transforms his home into a sanctuary of God's presence and values. By fully embracing this divine mandate, a father leads his family with purpose and conviction, creating a legacy of faithfulness. [01:51]

"And if it is evil in your eyes to serve the Lord, choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your fathers served in the region beyond the River, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord." (Joshua 24:15, ESV)

Reflection: What steps can you take today to ensure that your household is a place where God's presence and values are evident and celebrated?

Quotes

"A kingdom Man's first responsibility after he submits to God is his home his family his leadership with the people who know him best and see him most. The Bible makes it clear that when a k Kingdom man comes home he comes home to his his other job in fact his first job because you come home to cause your wife to flourish and your children to be Olive plants around your table growing them up to become responsible adults because you're teaching them principles of responsibility of godliness of Integrity of leadership you're teaching your boys what it means to become a man and you're teaching your girls the kind of man they should look for in the mail that they identify with." [00:12:20]

"They're seeing you model that with their mother your wife they're seeing you provide loving correction and discipline for their failures but more importantly encouragement and you're building them up for their success they're seeing that you are taking the lead to raise the children that this is not something you've just delegated to mother that this is something you own fathers raise your children the scripture says in other words you should be saying like Joshua 245 as for me and my house we are going to serve the Lord this is not a vote God told me to take this position I own it I accept it because I'm going to make my home God's home." [00:67:75]

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